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Caterpillar C9 vs FAWDE CA6DM2

The Caterpillar C9 and FAWDE CA6DM2 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 330 kVA. Displacement is 8.8 L versus 9.7 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C9FAWDE CA6DM2
Headline rating330 kVA330 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)264 kWe264 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)240 kWe240 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)300 kWe297 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)270 kWe270 kWe
Displacement8.8 L9.7 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUSAChina